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Faculty of Computer Science :
Security and Trustworthiness of Online Information
In order to fill a fixed-term position in full-time (39.83 hours/week = 100%) at the earliest possible date, we are looking for a
Searching for a postdoc (m/f/x) interested in researching the role of IoT devices in technology assisted domestic abuse
The lab's focus is on adversarial threats to digital information. We investigate how information is manipulated online and how machine learning contributes to and helps mitigate this manipulation. We study information-based attacks, algorithmic integrity, and adversarial machine learning, with the goal of restoring trust in digital information flows. Ideal candidates have a degree in computer science with a technical computer science background and a deep understanding of IoT devices. The candidate should have expertise in human-computer interaction and have publications in top-tier HCI and cybersecurity venues.
Scope: full-time
Duration: fixed-term, 3 years
Start: at the earliest possible date
Apply by: 2026-01-26
Your tasks:
- Fundamental Academic Research
- Publication of research results in leading international venues
- Active collaboration with other group members and external research partners
- Participation in academic events and conferences
- Support in drafting and submitting research proposals
- Supervision of bachelor and master students
Your profile:
- PhD in Computer Science or related field
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in English
- Publication of research results in leading international venues in HCI and cybersecurity
We offer:
Challenging and varied tasks with a high level of independence, Employment at one of the largest universities in Germany within the University Alliance Ruhr, Collaboration in a committed and appreciative team, A job in the heart of the lively Ruhr metropolitan region with its diverse cultural offerings
- Support in combining family life and work (including childcare arrangements/holiday offers)
Further information:
The position is salaried and based on the collective agreement of the Länder (TV-L). If the personal and collective agreement requirements are met, the employee will receive pay grade E13 TV-L.
Further information can be found at (in German).
The place of work is Ruhr University Bochum.
If the position is funded by third-party funds the employee has no teaching obligation.
RUB sees itself as a university with an international presence. The campus languages are German and English. Competence in at least one of the two languages and the willingness to learn the other are a prerequisite. RUB provides corresponding free courses for employees.
German language courses are offered by the University Language Center (ZFA) in the field of German as a Foreign Language (DaF). https://www.daf.ruhr-uni-bochum.de/sbgk/index.html.en
The Staff Council has the right to participate in all selection interviews. At the request of a candidate (m/f/x), it will ensure its participation in the entire procedure. Please contact wpr@rub.de.
The Ruhr-Universität Bochum is one of Germany’s leading research universities, addressing the whole range of academic disciplines. A highly dynamic setting enables researchers and students to work across the traditional boundaries of academic subjects and faculties. To create knowledge networks within and beyond the university is Ruhr-Universität Bochum’s declared aim.
The Ruhr-Universität Bochum stands for diversity and equal opportunities. For this reason, we favour a working environment composed of heterogeneous teams, and seek to promote the careers of individuals who are underrepresented in our respective professional areas. The Ruhr-Universität Bochum expressly requests job applications from women. In areas in which they are underrepresented they will be given preference in the case of equivalent qualifications with male candidates. Applications from individuals with disabilities are most welcome.
Contact persons for further information:
Annika Wenke , Tel.: +49 234 32 17818
Prof. Dr. Rebekah Overdorf
Travel costs, accommodation costs and loss of earnings or other application costs for job interviews can unfortunately not be reimbursed.
We look forward to receiving your application via our online application portal by 2026-01-26. Please make sure to mention the reference number ANR 5272.
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